Standard Occupational Classification (SOC): Packers and Packagers, Hand

Packers and packagers, hand in healthcare refer to those workers who manually package and prepare products for shipment in a healthcare setting. They may work in a variety of settings, including pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and other healthcare organizations. Their responsibilities may include manually packaging products, labeling and identifying packages, and preparing products for shipment. They may also be responsible for monitoring the quality of the products and making sure that the products are being packaged correctly.

Examples of packers and packagers, hand in healthcare include:

Pharmaceutical packagers, who manually package tablets, capsules, and other pharmaceutical products.

Medical device packagers, who manually package and sterilize medical devices such as surgical instruments and implants.

Medical supply packagers, who package and prepare medical supplies such as bandages and gauze for shipment.

Education and training requirements for packers and packagers, hand in healthcare vary depending on the specific job, but often include a high school diploma or equivalent, and on-the-job training. Some positions may also require additional education or certifications, such as a technical degree or certification in a related field.